4 injured players that could be draft bargains for Bills

The Buffalo Bills currently have just six selections in the upcoming 2017 NFL draft, meaning some difficult choices will have to be made in how they decide to utilize them.

Because of the number of players entering the draft with injuries, the Bills’ front office could take advantage by investing in premier prospects who may fall in the draft due to ailments.

While many would scoff at the notion of selecting a player who may not be able to play from day one, the chance to acquire an elite talent at a lower draft slot could be hard to pass up. However it could turn out like Buffalo’s first- and second-round draft picks from a year ago, Shaq Lawson and Reggie Ragland, who each missed significant time.

Safety Malik Hooker, Ohio State

Malik Hooker played through labrum and hernia injuries in his final season at Ohio State University. He is a potentially transformative player at the safety position. His ability to cover the deep third and erase mistakes made at other levels in the defense would be a huge asset in Buffalo, similar to what Earl Thomas provides in Seattle.